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MSc - Master of Science
Whiteknights Campus
Full Time
SEP-26
1 Year
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MSc - Master of Science
Whiteknights Campus
Full Time
SEP-26
1 Year
MSc - Master of Science
Whiteknights Campus
Part Time
SEP-26
2 Years
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Gain the tools to understand and assess public policy with our MSc Public Policy degree. Domestic and international public policy decisions affect all areas of our lives, including health, welfare, housing, education, security, international development, energy and climate change.On this University of Reading’s interdisciplinary course, you will use traditional and modern insights from both economics and politics to develop the essential skills needed in policy making and policy administration.Specialist pathwaysThere are five different pathways within MSc Public Policy that reflect major public policy challenges. You can combine core and optional modules from different pathways, or choose to specialise in one:Global and Regional Governance and Institutions, International Security Studies, International Development and Emerging Markets, Sustainable Environments, Welfare and Social Policy.
Normally a good undergraduate honours degree (2:2 level or above), or equivalent from a university outside the UK. a social science, arts, business or humanities subject is preferred. Relevant work experience may also be taken into account.
Students living in
Domestic
£11,750 per year
Students from Domestic
Accommodation costs will vary depending on whether you choose standard, premium or private accommodation, and how long you are staying. Prices can vary from around £160 to £350 per week.
£25,850 per year
Students from EU
Accommodation costs will vary depending on whether you choose standard, premium or private accommodation, and how long you are staying. Prices can vary from around £160 to £350 per week.
£26,450 per year
Students from International
Accommodation costs will vary depending on whether you choose standard, premium or private accommodation, and how long you are staying. Prices can vary from around £160 to £350 per week.